Dominique, who goes by the nickname, “Nikki,” is an associate at Samantha Eisen & Company. She was called to the Bar of Ontario in 2023 after graduating with a J.D. from Osgoode Hall Law School, where she was awarded the Nathan Strauss, Q.C. Essay Prize in Legal Ethics. During her time in law school, Nikki was an active student leader in the Asian Law Community to promote diversity and equity in the legal profession.

Prior to joining Samantha Eisen & Company, Nikki worked at a reputable family law boutique where she gained extensive litigation experience, representing clients in matters at the Ontario Court of Justice and Superior Court of Justice. Nikki completed her articles at a highly respected, full-service Bay Street law firm with rotations in litigation, corporate, and commercial law; and before her journey in law, she worked as a consultant at a globally known accounting firm.

Nikki is a compassionate and effective advocate. She combines her empathetic nature and rigorous academic background in Ethics, Psychology, and Writing to ensure clients feel heard and are well-represented with high quality materials. Nikki practices in various areas of family law, including complex parenting and decision-making issues, property and support. She is experienced in drafting and negotiating domestic contracts.

Nikki understands the distressing impact of family conflict and family violence, particularly during separation and divorce.  She is dedicated to helping her clients navigate these challenges through solutions appropriate for their circumstances, whether it is through litigation or alternative dispute resolution processes to resolve matters in a manner that will empower clients to move forward in their lives with confidence.

Nikki is a member of the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (FACL), the Filipino Canadian Law Network (FCLN), the Ontario Bar Association, the Canadian Bar Association, the Advocates’ Society and the Law Society of Ontario.